Persicaria amplexicaulis | Alba Benzakein Chai the plants immediately set beautiful

the plants immediately set beautiful seed pods before dispersing their seed to start the next generation

When rubbed or crushed the leaves give off their lovely peppermint fragrance

A lovely addition to the shade garden

The leaves are arching and deeply toothed and are a soft grey-green in colour

It’s best to cut them using sharp secateurs early in the morning or in the evening

Persicaria amplexicaulis | Alba Benzakein Chai the plants immediately set beautifulPersicaria amplexicaulis is a vigorous perennial hardy upright perennial which forms bushy clumps of large green leaves with abundant stems of white flowers that sit atop the leaves. Persicaria thrives in average soil, and does not mind clay but does enjoy a bit of moisture and is an excellent candidate for edging ponds or streams, whilst being equally at home in the perennial border. Happy in full sun however, some shade is appreciated in hot and